Am currently reading "Leading on Empty" which I will review in full later, wanted to highlight this great quote though about positively seeking solitude in order that we may re-charge, rather than end up in the situation where we instead negatively seek isolation in order to hide and avoid.
"Solitude is a chosen seperation for refining the soul.
Isolation is what you crave when you neglect the first" Cordeiro
wish i had that quote when looking at this issue for my masters course, but hey, henri nouwen has written some amazing stuff on this issue, you must read it.
That it is a great quote - thanks
Ooh, I was about to make a similar comment about Henri Nouwen! 'Clowning In Rome' is the book to check out - it's truly amazing. I found it especially pertinent from the point of view of being part of a small Christian community living together in such close proximity. Trying to encourage the discipline of solitude when you're in each others' pockets is challenging to say the least. He speaks *much* wisdom...
Ian - we must catch up! It's been too long...
Tessa,
It would be GREAT to see you. I will let you know the next time I am due to be in our fair capital city, but do let me know if you are venturing out here to the Provinces.
Shalom,
Ian
It's really great to see you are finding the book interesting. Hope you enjoy the rest of it too.